In this episode, Myisha T Hill reminds us of the importance of minding our mental health while navigating the three pandemics of racism, covid-19, and mental illness. See additional resources below.
Articles & Mentions from the Podcast:
Self Care Challenge https://myishat.com/selfcarechallenge/
Black Trauma matters Article
Mental Health Resources:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Teen Line: 1-310-855-HOPE (4673) or 1-800-TLC-TEEN (852-8336)TrevorLifeline for LGBT Youth 1-866-488-7386 Crisis Text Line: Text Start to 741-741Additional resources sourced by Myisha T Hill
Stories of Stigma: South Asian Mental Health
Get Matched With A Culturally Competent Therapist
Self Compassionate Self Care
Activist Burnout Articles:
Chen, C., & Gorski, P. (2015). Burnout in social justice and human rights activists: Symptoms, causes, and implications. Journal of Human Rights Practice, 7(3), 366-390.
Cox, L. (2011). How do we keep going? Activist burnout and sustainability in social movements. Helsinki: Into-ebooks.